In a deeply unstable world, with a poor governance and under severe pressure, our good old country struggles to think its future, as many others.

Our social model is under pressure, sometimes rightly criticized, most often undermined for political reasons. Our households have been managing over the last 15 years tighter and tighter budgets, without understanding why or what for. The anger is strong, as our political leaders appear distant and not respecting any of the common rules.

The culture of speed in all matters and the continuous flow of information discourage real thinking and encourage the support to the simplistic ideas of extremist parties.

Let’s hope and stay confident in our own capacities. Locally, in our communities, we are still able to do great things. We only have to fight intolerance, this appalling rejection of what or who is “different”. It is the major risk for our nations.